We had a three day cold front move through Southwest Florida this past week bringing cloudy skies cooler temperatures and some much-needed rain. It definitely slowed things down for a few days but as always this time of year that didn’t last long. The tide has turned and we’re right back into classic spring conditions … Naples & Marco Island Fishin...

The warm weather this past week has been a welcome trend as the water warms and clears. The gulf water is a very nice green blue with baitfish showing along the beaches and near shore wrecks. Mackerel snook snapper pompano and other fish have shown. Jigs and spoons are working well.  In the backcountry snook … Naples & Marco Island Fishing Report...

The warm weather this past week has been a welcome trend as the water warms and clears. The gulf water is a very nice green blue with baitfish showing along the beaches and near shore wrecks. Mackerel snook snapper pompano and other fish have shown. Jigs and spoons are working well.  In the backcountry snook … Naples & Marco Island Fishing Report R...

Snook tarpon redfish are here. Warmer water clear water conditions. Marco Island Fishing Guides is already geared up for this great transition time. Don’t miss out book now. March and April are filling up but still few dates left. Go to Snookhookerfishing.com and make an inquiry as to open dates. Snook have started taking up […] The post Snook Tar...

Fishing in Southwest Florida continues to be excellent especially throughout **Rookery Bay Naples and the Marco Island backcountry**. As water temperatures stabilize and clarity improves anglers are seeing strong action across a variety of inshore species. If you’re looking for productive **Naples fishing charters** or planning a day on the water...

Fishing in Southwest Florida continues to be excellent especially throughout **Rookery Bay Naples and the Marco Island backcountry**. As water temperatures stabilize and clarity improves anglers are seeing strong action across a variety of inshore species. If you’re looking for productive **Naples fishing charters** or planning a day on the water a...

It’s almost spring and clear water sight fishing gets going. Snook redfish and seatrout start heading to the flats and gin clear water can be a blessing and a curse. It is essential to be stealthy with long distance approaches to a flat. I start 100 ft or more away approaching with trolling motor only […] The post Clear Water Sight Fishing appeare...

After a cool January and early February the weather in Southwest Florida has warmed nicely and signs of spring are in the air. Water temperatures are rising winds have laid down and the backcountry around Naples and Marco Island is clearing up beautifully. In the backcountry redfish and speckled sea trout have been active on … Fishing Report for t...

After a cool January and early February the weather in Southwest Florida has warmed nicely and signs of spring are in the air. Water temperatures are rising winds have laid down and the backcountry around Naples and Marco Island is clearing up beautifully. In the backcountry redfish and speckled sea trout have been active on … Fishing Report for th...

Cool weather over the past few days combined with persistent north winds has cleared up the backcountry water and produced some of the lowest tides we’ve seen recently. These conditions have concentrated fish and set up excellent opportunities throughout the Naples and Marco Island backcountry. Speckled trout fishing has been particularly strong e...

Cool weather over the past few days combined with persistent north winds has cleared up the backcountry water and produced some of the lowest tides we’ve seen recently. These conditions have concentrated fish and set up excellent opportunities throughout the Naples and Marco Island backcountry. Speckled trout fishing has been particularly strong es...

Mid-winter fishing conditions are in full swing across the Naples and Marco Island backcountry including the Rookery Bay Preserve and that means productive fishing deeper in the creeks bays and mangrove shorelines. Cooler water temperatures push fish into these protected areas creating excellent opportunities for consistent action and mixed-bag da...

Mid-winter fishing conditions are in full swing across the Naples and Marco Island backcountry including the Rookery Bay Preserve and that means productive fishing deeper in the creeks bays and mangrove shorelines. Cooler water temperatures push fish into these protected areas creating excellent opportunities for consistent action and mixed-bag day...

Recent cold fronts paired with low morning tides following the new moon have set up excellent fishing conditions throughout the Naples and Marco Island backcountry. The cooler water temperatures have pushed bait and gamefish into troughs channels and deeper cuts concentrating fish and making them easier to target. Anglers are catching a wide varie...

Recent cold fronts paired with low morning tides following the new moon have set up excellent fishing conditions throughout the Naples and Marco Island backcountry. The cooler water temperatures have pushed bait and gamefish into troughs channels and deeper cuts concentrating fish and making them easier to target. Anglers are catching a wide variet...

As we head into peak fishing season in Southwest Florida now is the perfect time to book February through April fishing trips including Spring Break and Easter week. These dates fill quickly every year so booking early is strongly recommended. Call or text Capt. Mark 239-450-9230 to reserve your Naples or Marco Island fishing charter. … Fishing Ma...

As we head into peak fishing season in Southwest Florida now is the perfect time to book February through April fishing trips including Spring Break and Easter week. These dates fill quickly every year so booking early is strongly recommended. Call or text Capt. Mark 239-450-9230 to reserve your Naples or Marco Island fishing charter. … Fishing Mar...

Why do I say lure size matters in winter? Well here’s the down low. In the Glades when the water cools larger forage  move out offshore. Smaller critters like shrimp crabs and glass minnows fill in the gap. At Marco Island Fishing Guide this means down sizing presentation. Jigs soft plastic in the 3 inch […] The post Lure Size Matters In Winter ap...

Chasing the tide with Marco Island Fishing Guide is not just a phrase but a condition. Winter tides here in the Ten Thousand Islands are much lower than other times of the year. At Marco Island Fishing Guide we are always balancing tide wind and the barometer. It is essential to be observant. Winter means […] The post Chasing The Tides appeared fi...

A few slots open from now through January 5. Busy time of year so call to book your trip and make great memories with friends and families. Great action this past week with a good variety of species. Snook jacks snapper goliath grouper pompano trout and other saltwater species are being caught while fishing in … Marco Island & Naples Winter Fishin...

We had a three day cold front move through Southwest Florida this past week bringing cloudy skies cooler temperatures and some much-needed rain. It definitely slowed things down for a few days but as always this time of year that didn’t last long. The tide has turned and we’re right back into classic spring conditions … Naples & Marco Island Fishin...